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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to protect small businesses from unemployment insurance premium increases by reason of unrepaid State advances.

3/22/2025, 5:48 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1959

Bill 119 HR 1959, also known as the "Protecting Small Business from Unemployment Insurance Premium Increases Act," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 in order to shield small businesses from facing higher unemployment insurance premiums due to unpaid advances made by states.

The bill addresses a common issue faced by small businesses, where they are unfairly burdened with increased premiums as a result of state governments failing to repay advances made to cover unemployment insurance costs. By amending the Internal Revenue Code, this legislation seeks to provide relief to small businesses by preventing them from shouldering the financial consequences of state delinquencies.

If passed, Bill 119 HR 1959 would help protect small businesses from being unfairly penalized for circumstances beyond their control. This measure could potentially alleviate financial strain on small businesses and promote a more equitable system for managing unemployment insurance premiums. Overall, this bill aims to support small businesses by ensuring they are not unfairly impacted by state failures to repay unemployment insurance advances, ultimately working towards a more balanced and fair system for all parties involved.

Current Status of Bill HR 1959

Bill HR 1959 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 6, 2025. Bill HR 1959 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 6, 2025.  Bill HR 1959's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of March 6, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1959

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1959

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1959

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to protect small businesses from unemployment insurance premium increases by reason of unrepaid State advances.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to protect small businesses from unemployment insurance premium increases by reason of unrepaid State advances.

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